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Morocco’s diplomatic success on the Western Sahara issue stems from the coordinated efforts of two key figures operating under King Mohammed VI’s strategic vision: Omar Hilale, Morocco’s permanent representative to the United Nations, and Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs. Their collaborative work reached a milestone with UN Security Council Resolution 2797, adopted October 31, […]
The Moroccan Government Council has officially approved three decrees granting licenses for the deployment and operation of fifth-generation (5G) mobile networks to the country’s leading telecom operators. The decision marks a pivotal step in Morocco’s digital transformation strategy and sets the stage for the commercial launch of 5G services beginning in November 2025. These licenses […]
The Moroccan National Tourism Office (ONMT) and Canadian airline Air Transat have announced the launch of a historic direct flight connecting Montreal and Agadir, set to begin operations on June 12, 2026. This weekly service will be the first direct air link between North America and tourist hub Agadir, marking a significant milestone in Morocco’s […]
The World Bank Group supports Morocco in its vision for a new generation of territorial development programs, launched under the guidance of King Mohammed VI, said the International Finance Corporation (IFC) Regional Director for North Africa, Cheick-Oumar Sylla. “Morocco’s vision for a new generation of territorial development programs offers a key opportunity to deepen the […]
The United States and Morocco are still negotiating the sale of F-35 lightning II stealth fighters, according to Africa Intelligence news platform. The deal estimated at $17 billion for 32 aircraft package comes amid Algeria’s acquisition of Russian Su-57 Felon fighters. The military deal, which includes training, and long-term maintenance, will enable Morocco to maintain […]
Morocco’s modernisation is an inspirational success. The country has built world-class ports, attracted tens of billions in investment, and positioned itself as a bridge between Africa and Europe—and between East and West, says Modern Diplomacy magazine in its latest edition. Since 2020, the country has drawn about $40 billion in greenfield manufacturing investment, becoming the […]
“Praise be to God. May peace and blessings be upon the Prophet, His Kith and Kin. Almighty God said : «Verily, We have granted you a manifest Victory». True is the Word of God Dear Citizens, After fifty years of sacrifices, and with the help and guidance of the Almighty, we are starting a new […]
The UN Security Council approved a resolution Friday backing Morocco’s sovereignty claim over Western Sahara, aligning with the Trump administration’s position in the strongest international endorsement yet of Rabat’s control over the territory. The US-sponsored resolution passed with 11 votes in favour, while Russia, China and Pakistan abstained and Algeria, which supports the independence-seeking nationalist […]
As the United Nations Security Council prepared to vote on a pivotal resolution endorsing Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara, Algeria launched a last-minute diplomatic offensive to alter the language of the U.S.-drafted text. The resolution, which framed Morocco’s autonomy initiative as basis for negotiations was met with unprecedented activism by Algiers which proposed amendments […]
The UN Security Council will vote this Oct 31 on a resolution that calls for the parties to negotiate on the basis of Morocco’s autonomy plan as the conflict nears its 50th anniversary. Morocco’s Autonomy Proposal, first submitted in 2007, is described in the resolution as a “most feasible” basis for a just, lasting, and […]